Valentino Voce Viva Eau De Parfum.

Discover the latest perfume Voce Viva launched by Valentino that is presented and will appeal to floral, woody, and musk wearers. The intimate and personal Eau De Parfum creates a scent that each individual can identify with by drawing a parallel between the sound of your voice and the scent of your fragrance, to celebrate every women's voice.  The outer box packaging cleverly uses the colour "Valentino Red" which is what the fashion house became widely recognised for throughout the world while it is also featured on the spray cap. 

The VALENTINO VOCE VIVA bottle is visually stunning when presented at any angle because of its unique character design. The square glass bottle features Valentino in red letter branding on the front while the left and right side are precisely inverted in, to not only allow the wearer a secure holding when spraying but to also allow a v of light to emerge when light passes through the fragrance. Featured also is Valentinos renowned rock stud detailing that accompanies on the chrome bottle collar and cap that not only sets itself apart from any bottle in your own collection but to also remind you its a Valentino perfume, incase you forget. 

Cleverly incorporating its notes to bring a fragrance that does not ostracise or exclude because it allows the wearer to identify with it to make your own memories, the fragrance notes are as follows:

Top notes:  Mandarin Orange, Bergamot, and Ginger.

Middle notes of the florals: Orange Blossom and Gardenia.

Base Notes: Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Musk, Sandalwood, Oakmoss.  

On the first spray the citrus notes mandarin orange and bergamot greet the senses with a slight hint of the spicy ginger fleetingly making an appearance, before the white florals gardenia and sweet orange blossom arrive on the scene. The base notes all equally play a part in supporting this beautiful fragrance by supplying sweetness from the vanilla and tonka bean (both key players in this perfumes projection) while the musk brings a powdery note and the wood notes of sandalwood and oakmoss add depth and dimension.  Lasting many hours after the first spray, the sweet scent will entice your senses surprisingly at any moment to remind you how simplistic, but beautiful, this white floral, musk and woody fragrance wears when sprayed. Voce Viva Valentino is available in 30ml, 50ml and 100ml sizes x Neil.  

Bielenda Manuka Honey Nutri Elixir Nourishing & Moisturising Serum.

Bielenda Manuka Honey Nutri Elixir Nourishing & Moisturising Serum.

Discover the Bielenda Manuka Honey Nutri Elixir Nourishing & Moisturising Serum that contains specific ingredients to help nourish dry and sensitive skin types. The unique formula contains micro-capsules suspended in a moisturising gel that when applied to the skin break-upon-contact to release their goodness.  The formula also includes manuka honey and royal jelly that have been used for centuries in skincare products because of the properties they can achieve for skin problems. Read on to discover more about this elixir, disclaimer the links used are not affiliated and are placed for you to discover the product.

What Is Inside The Bielenda Manuka Honey Nutri Elixir Nourishing & Moisturising Serum?

The elixir provides humectant, emollient and antioxidant care for dehydrated and dry skin types without overloading the skin of oiliness or greasiness. It optimally moisturises and refreshes to promote softness and smoothness while also giving the complexion a natural subtle glow. Elixirs typically are a skincare product that contain a variety of oils, where as serums contain water-based active ingredients which are usually much lighter for and on the skin. The full ingredients are listed below:

AQUA (WATER) - Solvent for ingredients to be mixed in. 

 

GLYCERIN - Humectant that provides hydration for the skin while also soothing irritation and helping support the skins barrier function, ideal for dry skin!

VEGETABLE OIL - Emollient to improve softness and smoothness of the skin. 

HONEY - Moisturising, soothing, antioxidant and antibacterial because of the proteins, amino acids, vitamins, enzymes and minerals it contains. 

SALVIA HISPANICA SEED OIL - Chia seed oil provides antioxidant, emollient, moisturising and humectant properties while also helping to support the skins barrier function, ideal for dry skin!

PERSEA GRATISSIMA (AVOCADO) OIL - Recommended for dry skin, it can penetrate the many layers easily to aid in nourishment and to help restore skin to become smooth and soft with its content of minerals and vitamins A, E and D.

 

PANTHENOL - Pro-Vitamin B-5 provides moisture to the skin by acting as a humectant that draws water to the skin but also keeps it there. It also has anti-inflammatory and skin protecting qualities by helping to reduce irritations.  

TOCOPHERYL ACETATE - Antioxidant, though this is the esterified version of the pure form so might not have the protective properties Vitamin E can provide.

CAPRYLIC/CAPR IC TRIGLYCERIDE - Emollient from coconut and glycerin that helps the skin becomes smooth and soft. 

ROYAL JELLY - Water-binding with its proteins, sugars, and tiny amounts of fats and trace amounts of vitamins, minerals, and enzymes. 

ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER - Acts as a thickener and emulsion stabiliser for gel formulas that contain an oil phase. 

SODIUM CHLORIDE - Emulsion stabiliser for water-in-oil formulas, its salt. 

 

TOCOPHEROL - Antioxidant Vitamin E that helps fight free radicals that can damage while also offering photoprotection properties, though still wear a sunscreen! 

BETA-SITOSTEROL - Emulsion stabiliser that stops oil and water from separating in any formula.

SQUALENE - Skin identical ingredient that has natural moisturising factors, it provides emollience with some antioxidant benefits. 

ASCORBYL PALMITATE - A oil-soluble form of Vitamin C that acts as an antioxidant, though its not the pure form so maximum results will not be the same as ascorbic acid.

POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE - Sets the pH of a formula. 

ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN - Emollient preservative that boosts the effectiveness of the other preservative PHENOXYETHANOL. 

DIETHYLHEXYL SYRINGYLIDENE MALONATE - Helps stabilise the colour of a product while also stabilising sunscreen agents. 

BETA-CAROTENE - Antioxidant that helps fight free radicals that can damage skin. 

 

PHENOXYETHANOL - Preservative that is usually in the same formula, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN-boosts its effectiveness. 

DMDM HYDANTOIN - Preservative that helps prevent and slow-down spoilage of a product. 

METHYLPARABEN - Preservative to prolong the formula. 

 

PARFUM (FRAGRANCE) - Helps the product smell nice. 

BUTYLPHENYL METHYLPROPIONAL - Common fragrance ingredient that provides a floral scent.

COUMARIN - Common fragrance ingredient that provides a vanilla and nutty scent. 

How To Use The Bielenda Manuka Honey Nutri Elixir Nourishing & Moisturising Serum?

Presented in a sealed glass bottle, you can dispense your own amount from the pump dispenser onto freshly cleansed skin. The serum is yellow in colour and quite runny in texture but effortlessly glides over the skin while those fragrance notes slightly remind you of honey before the scent disappears. I really like how the serum quickly absorbs to leave skin feeling hydrated with no oiliness or greasiness left over and it can be slotted into any skincare routine if you wish. Applying after any water based serum u currently own to boost nourishing and moisturising benefits throughout the day, you can also apply after any active treatment at night to compliment your skin while you sleep. It is also a nice introduction to face oils if you want to work them into your routine but also solves the solution if you don't get along with how oils can make your skin feel heavy or greasy, the Bielenda Manuka Honey Nutri Elixir Nourishing & Moisturising Serum is very lightweight you wont even feel them. 

Add the Bielenda Manuka Honey Nutri Elixir Nourishing & Moisturising Serum 50ml into your skincare routine for a lightweight skin-boosting experience. Priced at £6.95 and available here: justmylook xNeil. 

Green People Nordic Roots Hyaluronic Booster Serum.

Green People Nordic Roots Hyaluronic Booster Serum. 

Discover the natural and fragrance-free Green People Nordic Roots Hyaluronic Acid Serum to boost hydration and renew your complexion. The nordic roots range consists of four certified vegan skin care products that all contain active ingredients while the scent-free products include sustainable ingredients that are packaged in sustainable biodegradable grass packaging that allows the user to enjoy their beauty and grooming regime with a clear eco-conscious mind. I have previously blogged about the cranberry micellar foam and the apple complex moisturiser, but what was my experience using the serum? Disclaimer: The links used are not affiliated and are placed for you to find the product. 

What Is Inside The Green People Nordic Roots Hyaluronic Booster Serum?

Serums are the perfect product to deliver their active ingredients into the skin to address some skin issues you maybe suffering from. Perfect for the summer months when you are still wanting hydration without suffocating the skin with heavy products, they are also the ideal product to apply in the winter months when u are wanting to boost hydration to stop factors such as the weather and central heating that can take moisture away and dry-out the skin. The serum combines hydrators, humectants and emollients while also containing probiotics to boost the skins health. The full ingredients are as follows:

AQUA (PURE WATER) - solvent to dissolve ingredients in the formula.  

ALOE BARBADENSIS (ALOE VERA) LEAF JUICE* - Moisturiser and humectant that has soothing anti-inflammatory and wound healing benefits. 

GLYCERIN**(VEGETABLE SOURCE) - Skin-identical ingredient that moisturises and draws moisture to the skin being a humectant while also restoring the skin barrier function. 

BETAINE (FROM SUGAR BEET) - Derived amino acid derivative that is a humectant and moisturiser while also balancing cell-water to help protect the skin. 

OLEA EUROPAEA (OLIVE) FRUIT OIL* - Emollient that nourishes and moisturisers the skin while also containing antioxidant polyphenols, tocopherols (types of vitamin E) and carotenoids, ideal for dry skin types.

CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE (FROM COCONUT OIL) - Emollient that helps nourish and make the skin feel smooth.

PENTYLENE GLYCOL (VEGETABLE SOURCE) - Moisturiser while also acting as an emulsion stabilizer, solvent and antimicrobial. It gives a product that silky-feeling on application. 

C15-19 ALKANE (VEGETABLE SOURCE) - Solvent that helps dissolve other ingredients in the formula. 

GLYCERYL STEARATE CITRATE (PLANT EMULSIFIER) - Emollient and emulsifier that helps to combine water and oils in a formula, its helps to make skin feel soft. 

HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE OIL - Emollient that helps to make skin feel smooth and soft.

SQUALANE (FROM OLIVE OIL) - Skin-identical because its found in the sebum of our skin while providing emollient benefits to help make skin feel soft and smooth. 

GLUCONOLACTONE (VEGETABLE SOURCE) - Exfoliant without irritation its a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that exfoliates for a smoother texture, provides moisturising benefits and has antioxidant and anti-aging benefits. 

SODIUM HYALURONATE (FROM FERMENTATION) - Skin-identical ingredient that is a moisturiser and humectant that can bind up to 1000 times its own weight in water, helping to boost hydration efforts for the skin. 

LACTOBACILLUS FERMENT - Probiotic that has anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory properties while also protecting the skin against environmental factors, it has soothing benefits.

LACTOBACILLUS - Microorganism probiotic that calms and soothes the skin to relieve irritations and restore balance. 

COCOS NUCIFERA (COCONUT) FRUIT EXTRACT - Emollient that contains sugars, minerals and amino acids to hydrate and smooth the skin. 

HUMULUS LUPULUS (HOPS) STROBILE - Helps to achieve a more uniformed skin tone and is found in a lot of brightening skincare products that help to combat hyperpigmentation and age spots.  

GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE (PLANT EMULSIFIER) - Emollient and moisturising while also having antimicrobial activity, it also helps water and oil mix in a formula. 

XANTHAN (CORN STARCH) GUM - Emulsion stabiliser and thickener that helps the feel and texture of the formula. 

 

SODIUM STEAROYL GLUTAMATE (PLANT SOURCED EMULSIFIER) - Amino acid based emulsifier that helps water and oil mix permanently. 

 

SODIUM CHLORIDE (SALT) - Emulsion stabiliser that helps water-in-oil emulsions. 

 

SODIUM GLUCONATE (PLANT DERIVED CHELATING AGENT) - Neutralises metal ions in a formula to prevent discolouration or degrading of oils while also used as a pH regulator and can act as a humectant to draw moisture to the skin. 

CITRIC ACID - Adjusts the pH of a formula for the desired result. 

 

*INGREDIENT FROM ORGANIC AGRICULTURE, **MADE USING ORGANIC INGREDIENTS.   100% NATURAL ORIGIN OF TOTAL; 22.8% OF THE TOTAL INGREDIENTS ARE FROM ORGANIC FARMING.

How To Use The Green People Nordic Roots Hyaluronic Booster Serum?

Presented in bottle with a pipette dropper to dispense your desired amount, the serum has a runny consistency and appears to be milky. Applying to a cleansed skin morning and evening the emollient and humectant rich serum glides over the skin easily and can even be applied around the delicate eye area for added comfort. I was impressed with the richness of the serum but it does not suffocate the skin or make it feel oily, it absorbs quickly leaving the skin feeling cared for. I do apply the nordic roots apple complex moisturiser from the same range over the top of it and the two work together perfectly to restore, protect and balance the skin barrier. 

Working in harmony with your skins natural pH-balance, add the Green People Nordic Roots Hyaluronic Booster Serum into your skincare routine to nourish, calm and smooth. Priced at £27.00 and available here: LoveLula xNeil. 

LoveLula Beauty Box October 2020.

LoveLula Beauty Box October 2020.

The element of surprise each month is welcomed by natural beauty lovers in the UK and international, when receiving the LoveLula beauty box full with organic goodies. The monthly beauty box features exciting brands and their products that are available from the easy-to navigate LoveLula website, whilst also introducing products to you that you may not be aware of to purchase. The selection of products you receive each month are varied whilst there are many subscription plans available for you to choose from (details at the end of blog post) to enjoy your delivered beauty box. Disclaimer: I received the beauty box free as part of the LoveLula accredited blogger program, this does not influence or change my honest opinions expressed in my blog posts. The links used are not affiliated and are only used for you to discover the products.

What Is Inside The LoveLula Beauty Box October 2020?

The LoveLula October beauty box 2020 arrives in secure recyclable packaging and each product inside is protected by the recyclable filling to keep your products valued at £55.00 in tip-top condition. The printed card inside details all the products included whilst also including a voucher code that can be redeemed if you would like to purchase any products from the brands included. The products featured are as follows:

Gently nourish the underarms when applying the MOI VERT Natural Deodorant that helps to absorb unwanted odours. Sweating in general is essential to stop the body from over-heating and happens when a message from the brain indicates the body is too hot while also hormones, emotions and exercise can all contribute. Presented in a jar with a twist-off lid, the rich emollient cream effortlessly glides over the skin while the talc replacement Tapioca Starch and Sodium Bicarbonate work together to absorb sweat to keep you dry while also absorbing odours. The fragrance free option is another bonus if you have just shaved your armpits but still want to apply a deodorant without any burning or irritating sensation. Discover the vegan-friendly Moi Vert Natural Deodorant Fragrance Free 60ml priced at £9.95.

Apply the hair minimising moisturiser that is the LAIDBARE Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow to the legs and body that helps to delay regrowth. Combining a botanical complex which consists of liquorice extract, caffeine and horse chestnut seed extract they all work together to slow-down regrowth of shaved or waxed areas. The gel-like moisturiser also features Zinc Gluconate which aids in soothing and providing anti-inflammatory benefits to help stop the bumps that can appear after any removal of hair. Applying to dry skin after bathing or showering and using everyday, you only need a little of this liquid gel moisturiser that absorbs quickly after application. I would suggest if you have dry skin, apply this first and then apply a richer based body moisturiser for extra hydration and nourishment.

The Laidbare Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow! Hair Minimising Cream 125ml is priced at £10.00.

Facial oils are the perfect product to incorporate into your skincare routine to aid in extra nourishment while also sealing over any water-based products you may use to stop water-loss from the skin. The Balm Balm Little Miracle Rosehip Serum combines Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, and Borago Officinalis (Borage) Seed Oil that are all great emollients with a high fatty acid content to keep skin soft, supple, and protected. I like to apply 1-2 drops of the facial oil over my moisturiser but before any sunscreen and this one absorbs quickly without any greasy feeling left on the skin. It does contain the essential oils frankincense, rose geranium, palmarosa, juniper and mandarin essential oils so if you have sensitive skin perform a patch test or avoid if your skin does not agree with them. The Balm Balm Little Miracle Rosehip Serum 30ml is priced at £15.50.

Quench the skins thirst when applying the Antipodes Baptise H20 Ultra-Hydrating Water Gel that combines humectants hyaluronic acid, glycerin and also sustainable manuka honey. Gel skincare products provide the skin with hydration without any greasy finish and are the perfect product for oiler skin types that still need water hydration. Applying on its own or over any water-based serum in your skincare routine for a hydration hit, i was quite impressed with how well this absorbs quickly while also keeping skin feeling hydrated all day. The Leptospermum scoparium mel (manuka) honey not only is a humectant but also provides soothing, antimicrobial and antibacterial properties and has been used for centuries for its skincare benefits. The Rose Anatolia scent is mild but involves citral, citronellol, eugenol, geraniol, linalool all component of essential oil, perform a patch test or avoid if your skin does not agree with fragrance. The Antipodes Baptise H20 Ultra-Hydrating Water Gel 5ml sample i received is a great option to find out if your skin likes it before buying the full version. 

Keep the lips nourished and soft while also adding a colour of your choice when applying one of the EMANI Hydrating Lip Colours. The nourishing formula combines emollient rich ingredients to protect the lips from factors that can dry them out such as dry/cold weather, common cold, and even sun damage. The velvety texture glides over the lips effortlessly to distribute the long-lasting mineral pigments evenly for a natural lip colour to suit any occasion. Presented in a bag-friendly silver applicator shaped like a bullet, the colour indie is a neutral rose that appears darker in the bullet but when applied provides a beautiful natural colour with a light shimmer thanks to the mica included in the formula. Re-application maybe needed if you eat or drink when wearing it but they are an excellent makeup choice if you are looking for Peta certified and vegan friendly lipsticks that do much more than just veiling the lips with a beautiful colour. The Emani Hydrating Lip Colour Indie 8g is priced at £19.00 and available in different shades. 

How To Purchase The LoveLula Beauty Box?

The total value of the LoveLula October beauty box is £55.00 while the many subscription plans available for the Uk and International customers are varied but are excellent value for your money!

UK.                                                                   INTERNATIONAL.

Just Try One Box £19.95                              Just Try One Box £24.95

Monthly Recurring £14.95                          3 Months £52.50

3 Months £42.60 (save 5%)                         6 Months £100.00

6 Months £80.70 (save 10%)                      12 Months £200.00

12 Months £152.50 (save 15%)

*Prices Correct At Time Of Writing - October 2020.

Enjoy the selection of products for yourself, or buy as a gift for someone else to enjoy, when purchasing or subscribing to receive a beauty box to your door. I wonder what the November beauty box will contain and what will be featured for you to discover products you may not be aware of to purchase? Purchase any LoveLula beauty box October 2020 available here: LoveLula xNeil.

Eclat Skin London Vitamin C Lip Serum

Eclat Skin London Vitamin C Lip Serum.

Nourish and protect the lips when applying the Eclat Skin London Vitamin C Lip Serum 15ml morning and night. The lips can become dry and chapped because there are no oil glands present to help keep them moisturised while also they have less melanin present than the skin which can lead to sunburn. Environmental factors such as the sun, wind and cold weather can take away moisture as well as air-conditioning and health factors such as having a cold or allergies because you tend to breathe through your mouth if the nose is blocked or congested. Read on to discover more about the Vitamin C lip serum, disclaimer the links used are not affiliated and are placed for you to discover the products.

What Is Inside The Eclat Skin London Vitamin C Lip Serum?

Considering using a lip care product? The first thing you are wanting it to do is for it to create a barrier on the lips protecting them from the environment around them that can influence dryness and damage. Emollient rich formulations are the best because they stop moisture loss while also aiding in skin repair if the lips have reached that stage. The added antioxidant Vitamin C is also another benefit because it neutralises damaging free radicals while also helping in building new collagen, this why topical Vitamin C has become popular in skincare. The full ingredients are as follows: 

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil - Sunflower Oil is a great plant oil emollient that keeps the lips hydrated while also protecting the skin and aids in helping the skin barrier function recover when damaged.  

Beeswax - A natural moisturiser that attracts water and holds onto it while also having antibacterial properties to aid in preventing infection of cracked lips. 

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil - Jojoba oil is an excellent emollient that forms a protective layer to help keep the lips protected while also it can penetrate to help make them feel soft and supple.

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter - Shea butter is a great moisturiser and emollient that protects the lips from all drying elements while also being rich in antioxidants to help regenerate and soothe. 

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride - Emollient from coconut oil and glycerin that helps keep skin hydrated and nourished. 

 

Ascorbic Acid - Vitamin C acts as an antioxidant to fight against free radicals that can damage while also helping to boost collagen for plumper and firmer skin. It can also fade brown spots and pigmentation and boost any UV protection when applied before any sunscreen.

Parfum - Added to make the product smell nice. 

How To Use The Eclat Skin London Vitamin C Lip Serum?

Presented in a squeezable tube, you lightly squeeze to dispense the amount you wish to apply to your lips but be careful as if you squeeze too hard the serum can squirt out too much. I was really impressed when applying because the lip serum does remind me of a lip oil but without being too heavy or greasy. It absorbs pretty quickly to leave an emollient feeling on the lips without it feeling sticky or looking glossy while the scent does remind me of a vanilla/sweet almond oil. 

Prep the lips before applying any lipsticks and glosses or use on its own for nourished and protected lips whenever applied. The Eclat Skin London Vitamin C Lip Serum is priced at £29.90 and available from here: Eclat Skin London xNeil.